Early Review: I DARED THE DUKE by Anna Bennett

Mar 22, 2017

DARE TO FALL IN LOVE

Alexander Savage, the Duke of Blackshire, is known throughout the ton for three things: the burn scars on his neck, his ornery disposition, and the trail of broken hearts behind him. None of which would concern Miss Elizabeth Lacey in the least—if she weren’t living under his roof. As his grandmother’s companion, Beth is all too concerned with the moody and compelling duke. Incensed by his plans to banish the sweet dowager duchess to the country, Beth refuses to do his bidding. If Alex wants her help, he’s going to have to take her dare…and grant her three wishes.

Alex adores his grandmother, which is precisely why she must leave. A string of unfortunate incidents has him worried for the safety of everyone around him—including the dowager’s loyal and lovely companion, Beth. But the notorious wallflower isn’t as meek as she appears, and as their battle of wills heats up, so does Alex’s desire. He’s dangerously close to falling in love with her…and revealing secrets he’d rather keep hidden. How can he convince her that his darkest days are behind him—and that, for the first time in forever, his heart is true?

4 STARS

I Dared the Duke is a fresh, fun read. The tale and characters are inviting and leave you with a smile. Alex and Beth set alight this delightful romance, as danger looms. Alex is endearing and mouthing watering, he commands the pages. He struggles with placing those under his care at risk, while his need for Beth flourishes. His desire to tell her the truth and protect them grows ever urgent. Beth has other plans and vows to uncover everything the duke has to hide. Anna Bennett leaves quite the impression with the Wayward Wallflowers series. I look forward to reading more!

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